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Home Inspection Franchise in Columbia, SC
Launch With Confidence in South Carolina’s Capital

Build a profitable home inspection business in Columbia—where military, government, university, and family markets drive consistent demand.

Columbia blends state government, military presence, college life, and family neighborhoods into one fast-moving real estate hotspot. From historic homes in Shandon to new developments in Blythewood, buyers and agents seek trusted inspection partners. A home inspection franchise with Inspections Over Coffee gives you proven systems, a repeatable playbook, and local credibility from day one.

Why Columbia Demands a Professional Inspection Service

  • High transaction volume across Richland & Lexington Counties
  • Historic districts like The Vista, Shandon, Rosewood needing detailed inspections
  • Growing suburbs (Blythewood, Chapin, Irmo) fueling new builds
  • Steady demand from military families at Fort Jackson
  • Agents expect punctuality, clear reporting, and same-day turnaround

Your Franchise Toolkit

  • CRM with scheduling automation & Google Calendar integration
  • Prebuilt inspection templates: home, mold, roof, sewer, pool, radon
  • Branded Google Workspace & local landing page (like this one)
  • Google Business Profile optimization & review automation
  • Agent outreach kits: flyers, email/text scripts, leave-behinds
  • Social media content and online visibility tools

Hands-On Training That Prepares You for Real Business

After you complete South Carolina’s licensing or InterNACHI® path, we train you on:

  • Streamlined, professional on-site inspection workflows
  • How to operate drones, thermal imagers, moisture meters
  • Agent/buyer walkthrough communication techniques
  • Using our Snapshot Section to reduce liability
  • Writing branded reports that agents and clients love

Key Neighborhoods & Suburban Growth Zones

  • The Vista & Downtown – Fast-turnaround condos & historic units
  • Shandon & Rosewood – Old homes with structural nuance
  • Lexington & West Columbia – Family-oriented suburbs with steady demand
  • Blythewood & Irmo – New builds and relocation hotspots
  • Chapin & Northeast Columbia – High-growth residential zones

Ideal for Veterans, Tradespeople & Career-Changers

  • Veterans, first responders, and service-minded professionals
  • Tradespeople eager to run a business—not just a job
  • Corporate professionals seeking independence with support
  • Real estate agents wanting to expand their service offerings

📋 Columbia Franchise Snapshot

RegionColumbia, SC
StatusAvailable
IncludesTraining, CRM, Templates, Website, Marketing Toolkit
Veteran Discount$5,000 Off
Launch Timeline30–60 Days

Download Our Franchise Guide

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Own your market. Serve your community. Grow with Inspections Over Coffee.